Job Description

WORK IN PARADISE … at the beautiful South Seas on the tip of Captiva Island on Florida’s Gulf Coast just across the bridge from Fort Myers. Escape to a tranquil tropical island destination, marked by 2.5 miles of beaches, surrounded by glistening gulf waters and endless opportunities for fun and adventure. 

Yes, we were significantly impacted by Hurricane Ian, but our beaches and sunsets are stunning - and we’re coming back with a new and refreshed resort!  

JOIN OUR MISSION

We are a part of Timbers Company, a developer and operator of exceptional boutique hotels, residence clubs and resort communities located in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. We are always looking for dynamic, driven people to join our team. We are passionate about exposing our Owners and guests to some of the most sought-after places on earth and creating unparalleled experiences for families to make memories. Grow your career with us and learn first-hand how to shape remarkable experiences for our NEW world-class resort, guests, and owners.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Assists with the supervision and coordination of the accounting operations in the hotel. Compiles, reviews, reconciles, prepares, and analyzes entries to facilitate the bookkeeping function. Assists with the processing of financial statements and other reports to ensure accurate, timely information. Works closely with financial controller during month end closing procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL SCOPE

The position assists with the functions of Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Income Journal, General Cashiering, Taxes, and Internal Controls.  In some instances, is responsible for the daily operation of an area (Credit Manager, F&B Controls, Accounts Receivable). Responsible and encouraged to make recommendations, suggest financial control changes and report SOP and procedural violations.

REPORTING INTO SENIOR FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

RATE OF PAY salary of $70,000 - $80,000, based on experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Train, direct the work, resolve problems, and assist with the hiring and performance and salary reviews of the accounting employees.

Prepare, review, and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available.

Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze various financial reports and statements to provide accurate, timely information to management, corporate and the owners.

Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls.  Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required. Schedules and participates in month end inventories.

May supervise the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food & beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel customers and management.

Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel along with labor management monitoring. Areas included are Food & Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc.

Manages historical records of guest accounting.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job, or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (emergencies, changes in personnel workload, rush jobs, or technological developments.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to)

Oversee and supervise employees' daily activities (currently growing team, team of 2). Participation in interviewing, training, scheduling, coach and counseling, performance reviews, open communication, and resolving issues. 

Assist with the compilation and preparation of the financial statement, periodic forecasts, and annual budget to provide support to ensure timely, accurate information.

Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned. Participate in task forces and committees as requested.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: A four-year college degree (Accounting preferred) or equivalent education.

Experience: Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in related position with this company or other organization(s).

Required: Must have a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle background check will be completed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES  

Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the finance and hospitality professions.  This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and complex problems.  Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information in a specialized field involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.  Ability to communicate and provide information and associated services to management, employees, and guests.

HOURS REQUIRED 40 - 50 hours per week over a 5-day period; scheduled days and times may vary based on needs, for example month-end reporting.

We offer a very competitive salary and generous benefits including:

  • Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%
  • Commuter and Company-paid Toll Programs

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).